Burnt out from ‘Burnout’

By April Elliott

Another great guest post from our friend, Dr. April Elliott.

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I hear many professionals saying they are tired and irritated by the word ‘burnout’, yet they are tired and unmotivated in the areas that used to bring them joy.  🦋
 
Many will say there are not enough hours in the day, and more pressing work-related issues have caused them to let go of the activities that inspire and challenge them in life. 
 
It is not that they cannot handle the work; they do not have the rest and the rejuvenation in the things that allow them to thrive. 🦋
 
So often, ‘burnout’ is caused by:  
 
🔥 Lack of control or influence over things, not the work itself.  
🔥 Bureaucratic environments that don’t align with Personal Values  
🔥 Situations where others temper your enthusiasm and shut down your innovative ideas.
🔥 Systems that use your ideas without credit and take away your SHINE. 
🔥 Feeling you must not SHINE, as it might cast a shadow on someone else. 
 
Are you burnt out from the concept of ‘burnout’ but lack the energy to thrive?   
 
What things would you need to change to regain your energy and SHINE?